Kovatch Mobile Equipment: Exterior Warning Lights May Fail To Illuminate
Kovatch Mobile Equipment is recalling certain 2024 CV515 SFA 4x4 and Severe Service emergency vehicles because a faulty electronic node can cause exterior warning lights and pump functions to stop working. Non-functioning lights reduce visibility to other drivers and non-functioning pumps can delay emergency equipment use, both creating safety risks. The company will replace the faulty node at no cost, with owner notification letters expected by December 5, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
- Product
- Component: EQUIPMENT. Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. (KME) is recalling certain 2024 CV515 SFA 4x4 and Severe Service emergency vehicles. A node may become unresponsive and cause a loss of functionality of connected components, such as exterior lighting and pump-mode.
- Reason
- A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of pump-mode function may prevent or delay the use of emergency equipment, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: KME will work with Fire Research Corporation to replace the node, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 1, 2026. Owners may contact KME customer service at 1-800-235-3928.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-10-06
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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